Wheat Seed Samples for USDA Research from Germany
Certified wheat seed varieties imported specifically for USDA agricultural research programs to study disease resistance and yield potential. These seeds qualify under HTS 9808.00.60.00 as material for planting designated for exclusive use by the Department of Agriculture. They are not intended for commercial planting or sale.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain prior approval from USDA-APHIS with detailed research protocol; provide certificate of origin and phytosanitary certificate; maintain records proving exclusive USDA use for 5 years